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  1. wannabridin

    For Sale - Garage sale parts clearout!

    Have a lot of leftover parts for sale. Make some offers so I can keep funding the current builds. Thanks everyone!!! Rebuilt gauges w/ all LED lights 1980 swingarm Fork ears/covers Blank aluminum cutouts for mounting a brembo 4 piston to the rear Custom chopper switchbox Angled carb spacers...
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    Wanted - Engine dowel pins

    Anyone have some good condition engine dowel pins for sale? Looking for the cylinder/head ones as well as the cases. Thanks!!
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    Bell V-280 Valor WIN!

    https://breakingdefense.com/2022/12/bells-valor-wins-armys-future-long-range-assault-aircraft-competition-to-replace-black-hawk/ I work on this program and just wanted to share the awesome news! An amazing aircraft that will be exciting to build and develop!!
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    Starter gear A case post removal

    So, I believe the mount for starter gear "A" is a press fit into the case. I vaguely recall reading it can be removed, but I can't find any information anymore... I vapor blasted my cases and I need to ensure I get all the media out of that pocket! I've tried hitting it with some heat and...
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    Sold / Found / Inactive - Koni 7610P-1407 (320mm)

    I have a set of Koni (made in Holland) 7610P-1407 shocks for sale. Adjustable rebound on top. 320mm eye to eye. Not perfect, but should be ready to ride. Rebuildable if you so desire. $150. Let me know if you've any questions, thanks!
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    Vapor Honing Services

    Hey all, I can't find hardly anyone local who offers vapor blasting, so I was wondering if anyone is interested in my vapor honing services? I have my cabinet set up and it's giving good results so far, just need to some different parts to get sizing down. I'm in Hurst, TX, but don't mind...
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    For Sale - Stock airboxes, $60 OBO

    Factory airboxes off a special. Year unknown. Complete with usable filters, 3rd inlet hole already drilled. Crossover tube included. No cracks or other issues. Bolt on and ride. $60 OBO
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    Sold / Found / Inactive - EX500 CVK carbs, $140 OBO

    I've a set of EX500 carbs for sale. Properly rebuilt. JJJ needles, 38 pilots, 138 mains, 3rd needle clip, bench sync's, fuel rail filter, all stainless hardware. These should be ready to run on most motors. Will obviously need a sync on a running bike. Ultrasonically cleaned, all ports...
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    Newest addition to the "fleet"

    Picked up a '77 Goldwing (GL1000) last week. Bike was laid over a few months ago, but used to belong to a collector. Has 24k miles, tasteful/proper upgrades and in FANTASTIC shape for $1500. Title is currently a salvage, but that can easily be converted to a rebuilt. Plan is to get...
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    XSCharge Gen II

    Anyone read details about the gen 2?? Have any thoughts?? Not interested in buying, just discussions https://www.mikesxs.net/xs-charge-xs650-gen-ii-electronic-ignition-premium-with-advance-coils.html
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    Wiring boots

    Does anyone have a source for the boots for the battery cables and neutral switch? I found the starter terminal cover, but I want to put boots on the battery cables I've made and also replace the neutral switch boot. Any luck? Thanks!
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    Wanted - Clear timing cover

    Anyone have or make a clear timing cover? Don't need the brass rings or anything, just the cover. Thank you!!
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    Wanted - Starter motor

    Hey guys, need a starter for my '78. Both of mine were rusted up too bad and couldn't be opened up without stripping the heads. Thanks for the help!
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    EBC Pad Differences

    Does anyone know or have experience with the different pads from EBC? I need new pads for my front brembo conversion and the following are available: EPFA244HH ($55.93) - "Sintered Fast Streed & Trackday" FA244HH ($33.35) - "Sintered Superbike" FA244 ($30.34) - "Organic" I've read conflicting...
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    Wanted - Late model breather

    Hey all, Looking for a late model breather for my '78. The current breather is far too bulky behind the EX carbs, would like a better option. Thanks!
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    Uh oh, jumped cam chain???

    Well I'm infinite Idiocracy, I might have jumped teeth on the cam chain... While changing the cam chain tensioner, I absent mindedly spun the flywheel. Wondering what the clicking sound was, and why the flywheel was turning so easily (both directions mind you...) I had the sudden heart sunken...
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    Brake caliper spacer length

    Hey all, Quick question: any recommendations for max length for a caliper spacer? I finally worked out the brembo spacers and it got me thinking of another bike. My '01 spirit 750 has a custom front wheel and rotor using the stock caliper. I've caliper spacers on there now that are ~ 5/8"...
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    Daugherty Motorsports Fork Emulators

    Hello all, I'm posting this up to inform you that there's a new option for front fork performance. Jamie Daugherty of DMr has prototyped an emulator system for the 35mm XS forks. The quality is top notch and I've personally used his emulators in 4 of my motorcycles over the years with amazing...
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    Headlight mount parts

    Does anyone have a drawing or list of order of parts that goes on for the headlight mounts (ears)? I don't have enough pictures of my teardowns to recall the order between the lower and upper triple trees.... Thank you!!!!
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    Wanted - 78 Special Parts

    Need some random bits for my 1978 Special: Battery box grommet for + battery cable (the odd shaped one) rear turn signal wire fender mounts (there's 2 holes, I'm not sure if there's a clip for them) Grab rail (it's the chrome one, not the special II aluminum one) Headlight adjuster/mounting...
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